Mambéré-Kadéï facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Mambéré-Kadéi
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Mambéré-Kadéi, prefecture of Central African Republic
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| Country | Central African Republic |
| Capital | Berbérati |
| Area | |
| • Total | 30,203 km2 (11,661 sq mi) |
| Population
(2003 census)
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| • Total | 364,795 |
| • Density | 12.07810/km2 (31.2821/sq mi) |
Mambéré-Kadéï is one of the 16 main regions, called prefectures, in the Central African Republic. Think of a prefecture like a state or province in other countries. Its most important city, or capital, is Berbérati.
This area used to be known by a different name. Until 1992, it was called Haute-Sangha.
About Mambéré-Kadéï
Mambéré-Kadéï is located in the southwestern part of the Central African Republic. It is a large region with a total area of 30,203 square kilometers. That's about the size of a small country!
Population and Capital
According to a count done in 2003, about 364,795 people live in Mambéré-Kadéï. The capital city, Berbérati, is an important center for the region. It's where many of the government offices and main activities happen.
A Look Back in Time
The name of this region changed in 1992. Before that, it was known as Haute-Sangha. Governments sometimes change names to reflect new ideas or to honor different parts of their history.
See also
- Prefectura de Mambéré-Kadéï para niños (In Spanish)
